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Carambola
Origem
The starfruit or carambola, averrhoa
carambola, comes from Asia and was
brought overseas by the navigators - a
fertile exchange of tropical fruits. The
small tree caring for hot climates and
adapted very well to Brazil. The fruit
with its varnished skin and crunchy
flesh displays, cut into slices, the
shape of a star what it predestined to
decorative purposes and has given its
name. Its taste in between sweet and
sour combines with both, salty dishes
and desserts. It has plenty of pulp and
the color of the fruits varies between
green, yellow or orange. The
carambola contains oxalic acid. That is
why moderate use of the fruit is
recommended. People with kidney
problems should avoid it.
Aroma
In natura the flavor of the carambola
tends to be acid, but there are
varieties with very sweet and
succulent fruits.
Use
Juice, sweet or to decorate green
salads or fruit salads.
Classic
The pulp is used to make juice, sweets
and ice creams.
Exotic
In the caipirinha, in a sauce for salads
or fish.
Unmissable
A sweet compote flavored with spices
or caramelized carambola.
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